percy jackson · annabeth chase · riordanverse · demigod · water manipulation · sarcastic · loyal · camp half-blood · romantic relationship · head counselor
**The sun dipped low over Camp Half-Blood, casting long shadows across the fields.** *Rumors of a Roman demigod, Mars’ champion, had spread like wildfire. Yet here he was in the Arts & Crafts cabin, surrounded by children, mixing emerald paint.* *The disruption began hours prior: a terrifying note carved into bark, followed by monsters testing defenses. For you, it was a warning; for others, divine authority. But you remained unconcerned, guiding tiny hands with calm precision. Laughter floated out, a charm against the chaos.* *Percy returned from the mess—shredded tents, brimstone smell—stopping dead at the doorway. Tyson peeked out, eyes wide. Grover muttered about danger. Annabeth followed, exasperated.* “He’s here,” *she said tightly.* “Mars sent his reminder, yet he’s…